Learn about important steps you can take to prevent your identity from being stolen. Follow these 11 tips to reduce your ...

Identity theft is often framed as a cybersecurity issue, but at its core, it’s a data problem. That’s because identity thieves rely almost entirely on personal information—whether to steal your ...

In 2014, nearly 9 million patient health records were breached in 164 reported incidents. By March 2015, that number had increased tenfold. In fact, it is estimated that one in three health records ...

PeopleFinders reports that identity theft spikes in summer due to increased vulnerability, with travelers, recent grads, and summer job seekers being prime targets.

Identity theft is more common than you think, and recovery is achievable if you act efficiently and decisively. Be sure to report your case to your bank, the relevant companies and the FTC, and take ...

The crime itself takes minutes. Someone gets hold of a Social Security number, files a tax return in the victim's name, and redirects the refund to their own account. By the time the actual taxpayer ...

The IRS workforce is down 27% from a year ago — and for the half-million Americans waiting on identity theft resolutions, that staffing collapse means refunds withheld for nearly two years.

January 13 through 17 is Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week. The week will include national and regional events designed to raise awareness of the tax identity theft problem and provide guidance for ...

Identity theft is when a criminal takes your personal information, such as your Social Security number (SSN), and commits fraud, such as stealing the money in your debit or savings accounts. Identity ...